Israel Matzav: Good news: Venezuela acquires 'thousands' of missiles

Good news: Venezuela acquires 'thousands' of missiles

Venezuelan dictator Hugo Chavez announced on Monday that his country has acquired 'thousands' of missiles from Russia in preparation for possible armed conflict with Colombia and/or the United States.

"They are preparing a war against us," Chavez said during a televised address, repeating a charge he has been making for months. "Preparing is one of the best ways to neutralize it."

Both Colombia and Washington deny having any plans to attack Venezuela, but Chavez argues they are plotting together a military offensive against Venezuela. Chavez says his government is acquiring more weapons as a precaution.

"Thousands of missiles are arriving," Chavez said. The former paratrooper-turned-president did not specify what type of missiles, but said Venezuela's growing arsenal includes Russian-made Igla-1S surface-to-air missiles and rocket-propelled grenades.

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Chavez also said Monday that Russian tanks, including T-72s, will be arriving "to strengthen our armored divisions."

If Israel has to attack Iran, which is Chavez's ally, to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, does anyone really expect Chavez to sit on the sidelines?

What could go wrong?

Israel Matzav: Good news: Venezuela acquires 'thousands' of missiles